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2021 Rules
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2021
PRO GRAND NATIONAL RACING SERIES
Rulebook
TABLE OF CONTENTS
GOALS………………………………………………………………………… 3
GENERAL DISCLAIMER STATEMENT ……………………………. 3
CODE OF CONDUCT ……………………………………………………... 3
POLICY / PROCEDURE …………………………………………………… 4
MEMBERSHIP ………………………………………………………………. 4
TECH INSPECTION ……………………………………………………….. 5
RULES ……………………………………………………………………….. 6
ALCOHOL / DRUG …………………………………………………………. 6
ACCIDENTS / SAFETY…………………………………………………….. 6
ENTRY AND SIGN IN ……………………………………………………… 6
COMPETITION /RACE PROCEDURES ……………………….…… 7
FLAG RULES………………………………………………………………... 8
TIMING & SCORING………………………………………………………… 8
POINTS………………………………………………………………………. 9
ADVERTISING / PROMOTIONS …………………………………… 9
DISPLAY OF SERIES LOGOS AND DECALS ………………… 9
GENERAL BODY REQUIREMENTS……………………………………… 10
EQUIPMENT GENERAL ACCESSORIES……………………………….. 13
GENERAL ENGINE REQUIREMENTS…………………………………… 15
CARBURETORS…………………………………………………………….. 17
ENGINE ELECTRONICS…………………………………………………….. 17
ALTERNATOR………………………………………………………………. 17
STARTER…………………………………………………………………….. 17
CLUTCH……………………………………………………………………… 17
BATTERY…………………………………………………………………….. 17
OIL COOLERS & DUCTING……………………………………………… 18
FUEL CELL ………………………………………………………………18
FUEL ……………………………………………………………………… 18
FUEL COOLING DEVICES………………………………………………….. 18
DRIVE SHAFT……………………………………………………………….. 18
REARENDS ……………………………………………………………....18
BRAKES………………………………………………………………………. 19
WHEEL SPECIFICATIONS…………………………………………………. 19
TIRE SPECIFICATIONS…………………………………………………….. 19
WHEELBASE, TRACK WIDTH, RIDE HEIGHT, LEFT SIDE WEIGHT.. 20
SHOCKS AND SPRINGS…………………………………………………… 20
CONTROL ARMS…………………………………………………………….. 20
WEIGHT TRANSFER DEVICES……………………………………………. 21
DATA COLLECTION…………………………………………………………. 21
SWAY BARS ………………………………………………………………21
POST RACE TECH / SCALES……………………………………………… 21
PROTEST GUIDELINES…………………………………………………….. 22
FORMS………………………………………………………………………24-27
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GOALS
1. Promote stock car racing in a professional manner.
2. Showcase Pro Grand National Racing Series (PGNRS), assist racers with name recognition, and provide a venue in
which to race for a national points championship.
3. Reduce the cost of racing, and attract new racers into PGNRS.
4. Provide a Technical Inspection Team (tech team) that enforces safety first, thus providing a fair and even playing field
for all racers.
GENERAL DISCLAIMER STATEMENT
The rules and/or regulations herein are designed to provide for the orderly conduct of PGNRS events, and establish
minimum acceptable requirements for said events. All rules specified herein shall govern the car owner and/or driver
compliance during all PGNRS events. By participating in PGNRS events, all participants are deemed to have complied with
all PGNRS rules. NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF SAFETY SHALL RESULT FROM PUBLICATION OF, OR
COMPLIANCE WITH, THESE RULES AND/OR REGULATIONS. Rules set forth herein are intended as a guide for the
conduct of PGNRS events, and are in no way a guarantee against injury or death to a participant, spectator, or official. The
Race Director is empowered to permit reasonable and appropriate deviation from any of the specifications herein, or to
impose any further restrictions that in his/her opinion does not alter the minimum acceptable requirements. NO EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF SAFETY SHALL RESULT FROM SUCH ALTERATION OF SPECIFICATIONS. Any
interpretation of, or deviation from these rules is left to the discretion of the Race Director. THE RACE DIRECTOR’S
DECISIONS ARE FINAL.
CODE OF CONDUCT
All PGNRS members are expected to abide by the Code of Conduct during all PGNRS. Any concerns regarding PGNRS
events must be addressed and resolved PGNRS officials only.
1. During a PGNRS event, the driver is responsible for the actions and words of the car owner, pit crew, etc. in all
respects; however, if a driver is less than 18 years of age, said driver’s parent/guardian is responsible. Throughout this
section, the word “driver” shall mean the driver and anyone associated with that driver at the track. The driver shall be
the sole spokesperson for his/her car, owner, and pit crew in any and all matters: unless driver is less than 18
years of age, in which case a parent or team owner will be the spokesperson, and must deal with PGNRS officials
only regarding their conduct and behavior. Racing is a sport that peaks emotions and adrenaline but we must keep it
in check and act in a professional manner.
2. Unsportsmanlike conduct towards track officials, safety crews, ambulance crews, other racers, crew members, other
racers family members, spectators, or PGNRS Officials will never be tolerated. Unsportsmanlike conduct includes, but is
not limited to, screaming, yelling, or threatening words and/or actions. When conflicts or concerns arise, drivers are
expected to share their concerns with PGNRS Officials in a controlled professional manner. Violation of this policy will be
handled on a case by case basis in regards to the severity of the action.
3. Physical violence is prohibited. During a PGNRS event, any driver, owner, or crew member who physically attacks
anyone, will be automatically suspended. Each occurrence will be reviewed before the next racing season by PGNRS
Officials. A letter of disciplinary actions will be sent to the suspended driver, owner, or crew member..
4. During a PGNRS event, a driver who uses his/her car as a weapon – i.e. ramming another car intentionally before,
during, or after a race, will be immediately disqualified, suspension may follow.
5. At National events no driver, owner, or crew member should ever go to a local racetrack official with
concerns/complaints. Complaints must be brought to the attention of the track by PGNRS officials only. These are serious
offenses that can ruin PGNRS’ relationship with a track, and therefore will not be tolerated. Remember all calls by the
track officials are final.
6. Crew members are not permitted on the race track at any time, except when presence is requested by a track official.
7. All drivers, owners, and crew members associated with PGNRS are required to abide by all local track policies and
procedures. AS RULES VARY FROM TRACK TO TRACK, GO TO THE TRACK’S WEBSITE AND READ THE RULES
BEFORE GOING TO THE RACE.
8. All personal property brought to any race track by a team must be removed, or properly disposed of prior the team’s
departure. Examples include, but are not limited to tires, race car parts, used oil, food wrappers/containers, etc.
9. No alcohol is permitted in PGNRS pit areas before or during PGNRS events.
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10. Each driver, owner, and crew member participating in a PGNRS event are required to know and understand the
PGNRS rules contained herein as all of rules apply to each of the aforementioned individuals.
POLICIES/PROCEDURES
1. PGNRS will operate according to the following Policies and Procedures throughout each racing season.
2. Rain Policy – When a race is stopped for rain, or reasons beyond the control of the track officials (i.e. power going out
and the track calls off the rest of the night, etc.), after ½ of the laps are completed, the race is considered official, and the
running order will become the final finishing order.
3. If a race is stopped before ½ of the laps are completed, and the race is cancelled, PGNRS will assign first place points
to each driver entered in that event.
4. Refund Policy – PGNRS membership fees are non-refundable.
5. Tech Decisions – During all PGNRS events, tech inspectors inspect PGNRS race cars. All decisions regarding the
legality of said race cars, and parts thereof will be made by the supporting PGNRS Officials when available.
6. Testing Policy – No testing will be allowed at a PGNRS event racetrack during the week prior to the event. If the track
has a regularly scheduled racing event during the week prior to the PGNRS event, it is okay to run in that race. Violations
of this policy will result in a driver penalty of 10 points earned during the ensuing PGNRS event.
7. Communication Policy – All drivers in any PGNRS National event are required to use radios to allow direct
communication from spotter area to their car in the event for line ups, cautions, and warnings to the drivers. No driver will
enter the track for any reason without a spotter and radio communication. Spotters must be used in all PGNRS
National events. Most tracks have a designated location for spotters to be, PGNRS spotters are required to adhere to the
tracks policy on that location. There will be a mandatory spotters meeting directly after the drivers meeting during each
PGNRS National event.
9. Rules Policy – PGNRS rules are managed by the series officials. Suggestions for rules, and revisions thereof, may be
submitted, with justification, via e-mail through the PGNRS website.
10. NO LITIGATION - By entering a PGNRS sanctioned event, drivers, owners, and crew members agree to accept the
following terms: A decision of a PGNRS Official is final, non-protestable, and cannot be litigated. If a PGNRS member
violates this agreement, and proceeds with litigation against PGNRS, or its official(s), said member agrees to pay any and
all costs, including reasonable attorney fees associated with the litigation, incurred by PGNRS or its official(s).
MEMBERSHIP AND LICENSING
1. PGNRS membership runs from January 1st - December 31st of the same year. All memberships must be renewed
annually. The membership fee for owners, crew members, family members, and fans is $20.00 per year. Driver
membership is $25.00 per year. Membership is not mandatory in order to be drive a race car on a track, but encouraged
as endorsement of PGNRS rules.
2. PGNRS may provide membership to any individual interested in PGNRS racing, as long as said individual has
A.) Completely, and truthfully completed a membership application. B.) Agreed to abide by the PGNRS Rules and Code of
Conduct, and, C.) Paid the fee due for membership. PGNRS reserves the right to reject or deny any application that is
deemed unacceptable, and terminate any membership that has failed to comply with PGNRS Rules, Guidelines, and
Code of Conduct.
3. All drivers participating in PGNRS events are encouraged to be members. To secure and maintain a PGNRS
competition membership, the member shall sign in with the designated track sponsor representative or dealer who will
have a membership roster on hand. In an effort to reduce administrative costs, no license will be issued.
Criteria for drivers under the age of 18;
A. Meet age requirements of at least 14 years old by the time of the first National Race or NO YOUNGER THAN 13
years old without approval by a PGNRS Officer by means of past experience and documentation in the form of
video, another sanctioning body website, or contact with that sanctioning body Director of Competition. Drivers
under 18 years of age are eligible to race in the PGNRS if they have at least two years of racing experience at a
level acceptable to PGNRS, are cleared to race by the local track officials, and are covered by local track
insurance.
B. Have met all PGNRS racing experience guidelines.
C. Submit to a driver’s test if requested by PGNRS officials.
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D. If a competition applicant is under 18 years of age, the applicant must submit a minor release form signed by all
parents or court-appointed guardians. If the applicant is less than 18 years of age, the parent and/or guardian
must also join PGNRS as an associate member. All competition applicants under 18 years of age are required to
submit with their application a copy of their birth certificate. All birth certificates, whether a copy or an original will
not be returned, and kept on file with PGNRS.
E. Competitors and/or their parents or legal guardians must ensure that local track insurance covers them –
especially if under the age of 18.
F. Local track rules prevail regarding minimum age of competitors. PGNRS Officials will, when making the schedule,
make every effort to schedule tracks where all the members can compete. If a track's insurance policy will not
permit it, and a rider policy can be purchased by the underage competitor to satisfy the insurance company
PGNRS Officials will notify that team owner as soon as they find out that information. If by reason of a track being
sanctioned by NASCAR and that in itself prevents an underage competitor from racing, PGNRS will notify the
affected team and work with them on a possible solution.
4. There are NO ONE DAY PGNRS MEMBERSHIPS. A driver must be in good standing to race in a PGNRS national
event.
5. All PGNRS memberships are non-refundable and non-transferable.
6. Car numbers for the PGNRS events are first come first served based on when membership forms are received.
National events with same numbers will have alphanumeric designator.
TECH INSPECTIONS
1. Pre Tech - Every car that competes in a National PGNRS event, must go through pre-tech before practice.
Passing pre-tech does not mean the car is exempt from post-race tech, or that the car is safe to race. It only means
that the items inspected passed PGNRS specifications at that time. Racers are welcome to present their cars to pre-
tech at any time to verify continued compliance with PGNRS specifications. Compliance with PGNRS specifications
does not protect a driver from injury or loss due to racing accidents or activities. AN INSPECTION DECAL OR BAND,
UNIQUE TO THAT RACE, PRE TECH IDENTIFICATION WILL BE PLACED ON EACH CAR BY THE INSPECTING
OFFICIAL SHOWING THE CAR HAS BEEN THROUGH PRE TECH.
2. PGNRS PRE TECH CHECKLIST.
a. PGNRS VIN# plate, Serial #s, verifies that chassis is PGNRS approved.
b. Engine compartment exam
c. Spoiler angle check. 12.14
d. Ride Height check. 30.3
e. Wheel Base Check 30.1
f. All required safety items
3. PGNRS POST QUALIFYING TECH.
a. Top qualifiers will be inspected after qualifying.
b. The number of cars and the items checked will be at the discretion of the PGNRS tech official
4. PGNRS POST RACE TECH INSPECTION PROCEDURES.
a. After the race is complete, all cars that finished the race are subject to tech inspection, and shall go directly to
the tech area and wait to be released by tech.
b. The top 3 finishing positions will be inspected.
c. The number 2 finishing position driver will draw a number from the “hat”. That number represents an additional
finishing position car that will be inspected. Example: the number drawn is an 8. The car that finished in 8th place
will be inspected just like the top 3.
d. Once the number is drawn from the “hat” all other cars are release to go their pit area. Any car that does not
follow this procedure will be moved back 3 positions in the finishing order.
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PRO GRAND NATIONAL RACING SERIES RULES
1.0 GENERAL RULES
1.1 The PGNRS rules shall apply to each and every driver, owner, sponsor, mechanic, crew member and / or any other pit
personnel (collectively known as participants) participating in any PGNRS sanctioned or recognized event. ALL
PARTICIPANTS SUBJECT TO THE PGNRS RULES ARE EXPECTED TO KNOW THE RULES; FURTHER, ANY
CLAIMED IGNORANCE OF THE RULES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED, OR TOLERATED AS AN EXCUSE.
1.2 All rules in this book apply to all PGNRS EVENTS.
1.3 No rule will be changed during the season EXCEPT as it pertains to an unforeseen safety issue. At which time all
PGNRS members will be notified of the change as soon as possible. Suggestions for rules, and revisions thereof, may be
submitted, with justification, via e-mail through the PGNRS Facebook page.
1.4 No modifications other than those specified in this rulebook are acceptable. If this rulebook does not specifically say
that something can be done, or not done, then it must considered that the change or action is illegal.
1.7 No equipment or car will be considered as having been approved by reason of having passed through inspection
"unobserved".
1.8 Only cars manufactured by Baby Grand Manufacturing Inc. or Baby Grands Inc. are legal for PGNRS use. Cars
originated from any other source are not legal for use in PGNRS events.
2.0 LEVELS OF CHAMPIONSHIPS
2.1 NATIONAL CHAMPION: This title will be awarded to the driver who has earned the most points at the end of the
season during National PGNRS Races. Tie breaker will go to the driver who has the best finish on record (example; most
1st, most 2nd, most 3rd etc….)
2.2 REGIONAL CHAMPION: This title will be awarded to the driver who has earned the most points at the end of the season
during Sanctioned Regional PGNRS Races
2.3 ROOKIE OF THE YEAR: To qualify for Rookie of the Year, a driver must have never raced a PGNRS car before. The
title shall be awarded to the driver who has earned the most points at the end of the season in National Races only.
NOTE: ROOKIE DRIVERS, 13 AND 14 YEARS OF AGE, FOR THE NATIONAL RACES WILL START IN THE BACK OF
THE FIELD UNTIL A PGNRS OFFICER CLEARS THEM TO START WHERE THEY QUALIFY.
3.0 ALCOHOL AND DRUG POLICY
3.1 Rules related to alcohol consumption shall mirror those of the track.
3.2 ILLEGAL DRUGS DEFINITION: Illegal drugs are those substances, or drug substances, defined and prohibited by
federal laws.
Note: Possession, trafficking or use of illegal drugs or drug substances, as defined above, is prohibited in any form, by
any participant during a PGNRS event, either on the track property, or in any area considered to be used in the operation
of the track, such as parking lots or leased properties. If a PGNRS member is found engaging in the use of illegal drugs
as described, said member will be suspended from further participation during that, and any other PGNRS event.
4.0 ACCIDENTS AND SAFETY
4.1 PGNRS sanctioned or recognized events are competitive racing events. The rules of PGNRS racing are established
to provide for orderly conduct of the racing events, and to establish minimum acceptable standards for these events. All
entrants are required to comply with these rules.
4.2 No express or implied warranty of safety shall result from publication of, or compliance with these rules and
regulations. These rules are strictly a guide and in no way guarantee against property damage, injury, or death to any
participant, spectator, or official. All competitors assume full responsibility for any and all injuries sustained, including
death and property damage, anytime they are in the racing areas or in route to or from.
4.3 All competitors agree to inspect the racing facilities, safety personnel and equipment, and conditions at the race track
on a continuing basis before, during, and after each event. All competitors are solely and directly responsible for the
safety of their race cars, equipment, crew members, guests, other persons in their pit area and themselves.
4.4 Any party who willfully or maliciously uses a race car, or any object, on the track or in the pits to injure, destroy or
damage another person or personal property will be suspended plus subject to arrest.
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4.5 Drivers may not get out of their cars while on the race track except in an emergency (such as fire or fuel leak) or if
requested by an official.
4.6 No one (except the driver) is allowed to ride in or on the race cars at any time.
4.7 All drivers must wear approved seat belts, safety suit, all safety suit accessories such as gloves, shoes, etc. and
helmet on the race track at all times or whenever the car is in motion. This includes pit and staging areas. These items are
detailed later in section 13.
5.0 ENRY AND SIGN-IN
5.1 Upon signing in for any PGNRS event, a competitor must present their state issued driver's license or picture I.D. if
requested. Or, in accordance with/to the governing track registration procedures and fees.
5.2 Entry fee and pit passes differ from track to track. PGNRS members must adhere to track policy.
5.3 No person will sign at any time, for any reason, an entry form, waiver and release of liability form, or pit permit for
anyone other than themselves.
5.4 All entries must be signed in before the scheduled starting time of the first PGNRS practice session. No one will be
allowed on the track until they have signed in and cleared Pre Tech.
Example of the tentative itinerary for the race day of a PGNRS National Event:
Registration / Sign In
Pre Tech
Drivers Meeting (mandatory)
Spotters Meeting (mandatory)
Practice
Qualifying
Post Qualifying Tech
Staging
On track Driver Introduction and Autograph
Session / Photos
Race
Post-Race Tech
5.5 All drivers must be in attendance during the entire course of all drivers’ meetings. All minor drivers must also have
their parent or guardian present during all drivers’ meetings. Any driver who misses the drivers meeting will be moved to
the rear of the field for the start of the feature race.
5.6 No one under the minimum age required by the track, even if they are a PGNRS member, will be allowed in the pit
area or other restricted areas.
5.7 All persons under 18 years of age must have signed a minor's release with all parent's or guardian's signatures, and
have it on file at each race track which they desire to enter.
6.0 COMPETITION AND RACE PROCEDURE
6.1 No engine, camshaft, cylinder head, or carburetors may be changed after the car has posted a qualification time, or
competed in a qualifying heat race without the permission of PGNRS officials. If permission is granted, the car(s) must
start at the tail of the field in the next race, and the engine, camshaft, cylinder head, or carburetors will be impounded by
PGNRS officials, and is subject to technical inspection. Profanity or obscene jester decals will not be permitted on the car.
6.2 At PGNRS National events, top qualifiers will be inverted for the race. The number of inverted cars will be determined
by a pill draw by the fastest qualifier.
6.4 Time trial qualifications are used to establish the starting grid unless weather does not permit.
6.4.1 Then cars will be lined up according to points positions, with the points leader in position #1, then an
inversion number will be drawn for the actual starting lineup.
6.4.2 A driver may attempt to qualify with a second car provided the first car is withdrawn.
6.4.3 Once a car has qualified, or qualified and then withdrawn, it cannot be re-qualified by any driver. However,
the car may be raced as long as the driver is a PGNRS member in good standing, entry fees are paid, and the car
will start in the rear of the field.
6.5 If a car does not make the call for qualifications, it must start at the rear of the field.
7 of 276.6 PGNRS races will start a maximum of 30 cars at tracks 3/8 mile and under; and, 40 cars at tracks more than 3/8 mile.
The fastest qualifiers will be locked into the event based on speed. If more than the above car counts shows up, a
decision will be made by PGNRS Officials and Track Officials as to how to handle it. The intentions of the PGNRS are that
no one is turned away because of too many cars.
6.7 All starts and restarts are to be double file until 5 laps to go. A caution that comes out with 5 or less laps to go will be
restarted single file.
6.8 All cars will line up in the designated staging area prior to the race. Any car not on the track in the designated time will
be placed at the rear of the field at the discretion of track officials. If a qualified car is not able to start the race, the lineup
will be adjusted by the track officials using their normal procedure.
6.9 Driver changes may not be made during the course of any race. Driver changes made prior to the race must be
approved by PGNRS Officials.
6.10 Any car involved in three yellow flags, for any reason, will be black flagged. Except a car that spins in order to, or
during the process of avoiding cars involved in a caution is not considered part of the caution; and, therefore not subject to
black flagging.
6.11 The standard PGNRS National Events are 30 laps in length, or subject to a time limit agreed upon between the
PGNRS Officials and Track officials that would be reasonable for a 30 lap race. If the time limit has expired, the track
officials will make the call to finish the laps, or give the white then checkered flag. (Track ultimately has authority based
on events of the affected race day)
6.12 Track rules and track officials determine how the event is run.
6.13 At National PGNRS events, the race will be managed by the track’s race director (with help from PGNRS Officials)
according to the policies listed above. Any changes to these policies for a particular event will be discussed in the driver’s
meeting. Racers must attend the drivers meeting to ensure they understand a particular track’s policies and procedures.
All minors must be accompanied during driver’s meeting by their parent or guardian. Ignorance of PGNRS or track
policies and procedures is not an excuse.
6.14 Race facility, Track safety condition, safety, and personnel.
6.14.1 Drivers are obligated to inspect the race facility, its condition, the track safety equipment, and personnel.
6.14.2 Any safety violations or inadequacies should be reported immediately to PGNRS officials.
6.14.3 Drivers should not continue with race related activities if they believe some part of the safety is sub-
standard.
6.14.4 Track owners and operators are responsible for determining that adequate safety measures are in place
for an event before competing to include but not be limited to
6.14.4.1 Safety personnel.
6.14.4.2 Equipment for preventing and responding to injury.
6.14.4.3 Insuring that the facilities are safe and appropriate for the event.
7.0 FLAG RULES
7.1 During events, drivers will receive information from track officials via flags and/or lights as discussed by track officials
during the driver’s meeting.
8.0 TIMING AND SCORING
8.1 Timing and scoring of all cars will be handled by track officials.
8.1.1 Drivers must be sure they understand track policies regarding timing and scoring.
8.1.2 If a driver has a question or concern about timing and scoring, the driver should ask the question during the
pre-race driver’s meeting.
8.2 The finishing order as determined by track officials is assumed to be correct
8.2.1 If a driver believes the finish is incorrect, said driver may bring it in writing to the attention of a PGNRS
Official within 30 minutes of the end of the race and prior to that night’s payout.
8.2.2 A determination will be made by PGNRS Officials and one Track Official based on other driver’s statements,
and video tape of the race.
8.3 At tracks using a transponder system, the location for the transponder shall be determined by the track officials, all
transponders must be operational.
8 of 279.0 POINTS
9.1 PGNRS will award points for races using the point system described in the point allocation example below:
1 - 100 11 - 71 21 - 52 31 - 42
2 - 97 12 - 69 22 - 51 32 - 41
3 - 94 13 - 67 23 - 50 33 - 40
4 - 91 14 - 65 24 - 49 34 - 39
5 - 88 15 - 63 25 - 48 35 - 38
6 - 85 16 - 61 26 - 47 36 - 37
7 - 82 17 - 59 27 - 46 37 - 36
8 - 79 18 - 57 28 - 45 38 - 35
9 - 76 19 - 55 29 - 44 39 - 34
10 - 73 20 - 53 30 - 43 40 - 33
9.2. All races posted count for the National / Regional Championship.
9.3. To be considered to be “in the race” a car must cross the start/finish line when the initial green flag waves under its
own power, but it does not need to complete any laps. The driver must attempt to complete as many laps as possible.
9.4 Only the starting drivers are awarded points. No points are awarded to the car or its owner.
9.5 Points are non-transferable from one driver to another.
9.6 Drivers must be in good standing with the PGNRS in order to receive points, fund money, or awards.
9.6.1 Suspensions must be fully served to be considered in good standing with PGNRS.
9.6.2 PGNRS reserves the right to withhold, or revoke points, fund money, and/or awards to any participant with
outstanding debt to the PGNRS
9.7 If a driver is disqualified from an event the remaining field (position & points) shall move up accordingly.
9.8 PGNRS manages and maintains a national points system only. PGNRS does not have any input, authority, or
responsibility for how local tracks award points.
9.9 One additional point will be awarded to each driver provided the car count is at least 10 cars per event.
10.0 ADVERTISING AND PROMOTION RELEASE
10.1 By entering into any PGNRS event, drivers, car owners, crew, and agents assign all commercial communication and
broadcast rights including photos, videos, or sounds of the event to PGNRS and name PGNRS as their agent and
representative regarding such rights.
10.2 PGNRS reserves the right to assign, and/or approve or disapprove any advertising, sponsorship or similar
agreement in connection with any PGNRS event. All PGNRS members agree to accept PGNRS’s decision in this regard.
11.0 DISPLAY OF PGNRS AND SPONSOR LOGOS
11.1 Car numbers will be issued by PGNRS.
11.1.1 Car number cannot be changed, traded, or reassigned without the permission of PGNRS.
11.1.2 PGNRS may, at its discretion, reassign car numbers.
11.1.3. PGNRS reserves the right to disallow any sponsorship, advertisements, graphics, wording, or images (with or without
cause) that do not represent the public image of PGNRS.
11.2 The PGNRS Car Numbers must be at least 16 inches high, neatly attached to both sides of the car.
11.2.1 deleted
11.2.2 A number 18 inches high must be attached on the roof, reading from the OUTSIDE of the racetrack.
11.2.3 deleted
11.2.4 Numbers must be made of a color with a high contrast to the car body color.
11.2.5 All number designs are subject to PGNRS approval.
11.2.6 A diagram is available on the PGNRS Facebook page and in this rulebook, which shows placement of all
series decals. Decals provided by PGNRS for contingency sponsors will be all placed in the same location - NO
EXCEPTIONS. Note: The area where decals are placed on NASCAR Cup Series cars should be left clear when
placing decals on the car till you find out where series decals are to be placed.
9 of 2711.2.7 PGNRS reserves the right to assign or restrict the display, and location of any decals, logos, identification,
markings, and advertising on race cars.
11.2.8 ALL first year drivers (meaning any driver that this is their first year in this type of car) in any PGNRS, are
required to display a yellow “Rookie Stripe” across the rear of the car. The dimensions of the stripe must be a
minimum of 2” X 24”.
11.2.9 All cars are required to display their car number using a 3 inch high number on the right rear taillight or bumper
of the car, and also a 3 inch high number on the upper passenger side corner of the windshield. The front windshield
number must be white for visibility.
11.2.10 Drivers last name is to be placed on front windshield blackout area – 3” minimum height
11.3 Failure to display the required decals could result in refusal of competition, and/or loss of contingency points, fund
money, prize money, and awards.
12.0 GENERAL BODY REQUIREMENTS
12.1 Only fiberglass bodies and replacement panels manufactured by JMEKK Racing are permitted. No “Homemade Bodies” allowed.
12.1.1 No modifications to body shape are allowed.
12.1.2 On all bodies, only one cowl opening (directly in front of windshield) is allowed in the centerline of body, with maximum
dimensions of 2 1/8" X 13 1/8”. All body styles are allowed a one inch hood scoop per rule 12.9.1 & 12.9.2
12.1.3 Stock nose opening on 2006 style bodies is legal. No other openings or enlargements may be made in the 2006 style
body.
12.1.4 The JMEKK Racing upgraded nose pieces (2019 Camaro and 2019 Mustang) are intended for use on the original
Monte Carlo and Thunderbird bodies, however they can be used on the 2006 body. Only one air intake opening is allowed
on the 2006 and 2019 nose sections, see 12.1.3 and 12.12.9
12.2 Stock roof hatch on new body style is approved.
12.2.1 For older bodies, a roof hatch may be installed over the driver's seat.
12.2.2 The hatch must be hinged on the end towards the front of the car.
12.2.3 A mechanical latch must be installed to hold the lid in the closed position any time the car is being operated.
12.2.3.1 Velcro latches are not allowed.
12.2.3.2 The latch must be operational from inside and outside of the car.
12.2.3.3 Maximum hatch opening cannot exceed 24" x 24".
12.3 The Driver's side window may be enlarged to accommodate larger drivers by the following method:
12.3.1 The 1/4" square tubing may be removed from the top door bar.
12.3.2 The fiberglass window ledge can be cut and lowered to the top door bar.
12.3.3 The fiberglass window ledge must be repaired and re-fiberglassed to the body to original appearance.
12.3.4 The lower part of the “A” post may be modified for visibility by cutting out the fiberglass and replacing with Lexan of the
same shape, and pop riveted in place with no less than six 3/16” pop rivets.
12.4 The driver's side port window may be made into an opening by:
12.4.1 Cutting the fiberglass at the window ledge,
12.4.2 Trimming underneath the port window and follow the shape of the port window back to the top of the side window
opening.
12.4.3 The back end of this opening must be securely hinged to the body, and fasteners must be used to keep the window
from opening during racing.
12.5 The fiberglass body must be firmly attached to the Car during any event.
12.5.1 Bodies damaged during an event may be duct taped to finish that weekend of racing.
12.5.2 If a body is damaged, it can continue to race with pieces missing; however, the race car may be black flagged by a
track official if the body poses a safety hazard.
12.5.3 If a body is damaged, it must be repaired, and repainted before the next National race; unless it is a double header
weekend, and time does not permit repair.
12.6 A Lexan window is required in the front, rear, and port windows on both sides of the car at the beginning of an event, with a
minimum thickness of 1/8".
12.6.1 Any car that loses a front windshield during an event must replace it in order to continue racing.
12.6.2 If rear or port windows are damaged or missing after an event has begun, the car may finish that event if the track
official declares it poses no safety hazard.
12.6.3 No holes are allowed in any windows, except for those mentioned in Section 12.8.
12.7. Windows cannot be installed in either side window area.
12.8 Three two inch round holes may be cut in the rear window of the car to allow air to escape from the driver compartment.
10 of 27Note: Testing proves that maximum cooling benefit is derived from locating the holes 3 ½ inches from the top edge of the
window.
12.9 Additional air dams, or other aerodynamic devices are not permitted.
12.9.1 External hood scoops or louvers are not permitted, except that an air scoop not exceeding 13 ⅛ inches
wide by 2 ⅛ inches long, by 1 inch tall, may be added to the rectangular hole in the cowling at the base of the
windshield.
12.9.2 The rectangular cowl opening measuring 13 ⅛” x 2 ⅛" below the windshield may be modified to
accommodate a 3” fan on the driver’s side as shown in Figure 1.
12.9.2.1 The rest of the opening length and width must remain within the rule.
12.9.2.2 The fan and opening must cover only the #3 & #4 cylinders of the engine as shown in Figures
#2a and #2b.
Figure 1 Rectangle 13 ⅛ ” x 2 ⅛ " opening below the windshield (allowed on both original body and 2006 body)
Figure 2a Fan & opening covers #3 & #4 cylinders only. Figure 2b Fan & opening covers #3 & #4 cylinders only.
Figures above (2a and 2b) are allowed and reflective of installation on either body, original or 2006 model.
12.10 Belly Pans, other than the original floor pan and engine skid plate, are not allowed.
12.11 An adjustable flat trim strip may be added to the bottom of the front air dam.
12.11.1 Trim strip must be mounted around bottom perimeter of air dam with fasteners, no more than 6" apart.
12.11.2 Trim strip may be adjusted to desired height.
12.11.3 Tape is allowed around edges of hood during qualifying and feature race.
12.12 The manufacturer's original nose air intake opening, on old style bodies only, may be enlarged to a maximum
opening size of 6 inches in height and 19 1/2 inches in width.
12.12.1 A maximum of two new air intakes, in addition to the manufacturer’s original air intake on old style
bodies only, may be made in the front air dam.
12.12.1.1 These additional openings may be made on either side of the original manufacturer’s screened
intake in front center of car.
12.12.1.2 If two additional intakes are made, one must be placed on each side of manufacturer’s original
air intake, and mounted flush with body.
12.12.2 New openings cannot be more than 30 square inches per intake.
12.12.3 One or more hole(s) is allowed per intake.
12.12.4 No other holes are allowed in the body, other than those made by manufacturer, and those allowed in
other sections of PGNRS Rules.
11 of 2712.12.5 Air may be directed to any part of the car except carburetors.
12.12.6 Ducting or other devices may be added to cool driver.
12.12.7 Air intake receptacles are also allowed in the port windows and/or the window vent post area, only.
12.12.8 All air intakes must be flush mounted.
12.12.9 On the NEW JMEKK Racing replacement fiberglass noses- a maximum of one (1) opening is allowed and
the maximum dimensions are 6 1/2”x 20 1/8”, as compared to the 2006 body grill frame measurement.
12.13 Fenders may not be cut or altered except for tire clearance, subject to approval by PGNRS official(s).
12.13.1 Maximum Width of 58” measured at the trailing edge of the front fenders.
NOTE: Fender flares are not authorized.
12.14 The rear spoiler dimensions as manufactured by Baby Grand Stock Cars must be used as supplied from the
manufacturers, without any alterations.
12.14.1 Spoiler angle must be between 45 and 70 degrees.
NOTE: These angles do not apply to stock original plastic Baby Grand spoilers unless the spoiler is altered.
12.14.2 If a spoiler is damaged or broken during an event, the car will be allowed to finish that event, but the
spoiler must be repaired or replaced before the next event.
12.14.3 The old style plastic, the MMRA stamped aluminum, and a combination Lexan and aluminum spoiler are
approved for use, and must remain unaltered.
12.14.4 Spoiler braces are allowed to maintain proper spoiler angle and no other use.
NOTE: A combination spoiler cannot exceed 42” L, based off the aluminum MMRA stamped spoiler width. Lexan spoiler
can be 2 piece, but the overall width includes the space between the 2 Lexan Pieces. Maximum height of spoiler,
measured at the split, in the center of the car, is 4” and the top edge must be horizontal from side to side of car. Bottom
edge of spoiler must be curved to match the body.
12.15 Hinges and pin kits are required as follows:
12.15.1 Hood and trunk must be held closed, utilizing a positive pin type fastener with a minimum of one pin on
each side, or fastened in a manner acceptable to PGNRS. i.e. ¼ turn fasteners.
12.16 Cars must be neat-appearing.
12.16.1 Chassis may be painted or powder coated.
12.16.2 Body interior may be left unpainted.
12.16.3 Body damage must be neatly repaired by the next event.
12.17 All components shall be in top quality condition.
12.17.1 Bodies cannot be altered from original manufacturer except as authorized per PGNRS Rules.
12.17.2 Any reinforcement of the body must be in accordance with PGNRS Rules, and acceptable to PGNRS
official(s).
12.18 After qualifying or the Feature Race, the minimum weight of the car shall not be less than 1500 lbs., including the
driver, equipment, and remaining fuel.
12.18.1 If the weight of car is less than the minimum requirement during post qualifying inspection, it will be sent
to the back of the field for all heat and feature races.
12.18.2 Nothing may be added to the car to increase weight, until post qualifying tech inspection is completed.
NOTE: This includes, but is not limited to fuel.
12.18.3 Components lost during a race will be accounted for in weight adjustments. The weight shown by track
scales or scales used by PGNRS shall be the official weight, regardless of variance with scales used by teams.
12.19 Weight clamps or lead weights are permitted.
12.19.1 Externally mounted lead blocks must be made clearly visible with white or neon paint.
12.19.2 Car number must be painted on all lead blocks.
12.19.3 Weights must be firmly bolted to the car with a minimum of 2, 3/8” inch bolts.
12.19.4 No other materials may be used, including, but not limited to, pellets or beads.
12.19.5 Mounting of all weight(s) must be acceptable to PGNRS officials.
12.19.6 If a car loses any weights on the track, that car will be black-flagged, unless loss is due to an accident.
12.20 The Manufacturer’s front and rear bumpers, of stock shape 1 1/2” inch diameter and .083 wall thicknesses, are
required on the car any time the car is being operated during an event.
12 of 2712.20.1 Reinforcing of bumpers is allowed from end of bumper to main frame of bumper only, max dimension of
the reinforcing material is either ½” round or square tubing.
12.20.2 The correct factory bumper for the body style on the car must be run.
12.20.3 Bumpers must be fully covered by the body.
12.20.4 Rear bumpers will required to be either bolted or pinned with a minimum of 2 – 1/4” bolts or closable pins,
one in each bumper horn.
12.21 The aluminum interior panels must remain stock appearing as issued from the manufacturer.
12.21.1 Panels may be altered to improve airflow from behind the engine, for purposes of driver comfort, and
engine cooling.
12.21.2 Modifications to the panels cannot provide an aerodynamic advantage, create a dangerous environment
for the driver, or take away from the original design intent of the manufacturer.
12.21.3 No openings are allowed in the panels which could allow fire, oil, etc. to enter the driver compartment.
12.21.4 Oil coolers may not be mounted in any interior panel.
13.0 EQUIPMENT AND GENERAL ACCESSORIES
13.1 CHASSIS REQUIREMENTS:
13.1.1 All cars participating in an event sanctioned by PGNRS must be a complete car manufactured by Baby
Grand Manufacturing Inc. (1994 thru 2009), with the original decal serial number and/or MMRA plate intact.
NOTE: The serial number panel is located on the main frame rail below the door bars. If this plate has been
tampered with or altered, the car will be considered an illegal, non-numbered car, until owner receives a legitimate
plate from PGNRS.
13.1.2 Modifications to the main frame, floor pan, roll cage, pickup points, or shock mounts will not be permitted
unless a letter has been issued by PGNRS authorizing the modifications, or the specific changes are allowed
elsewhere in the PGNRS rules.
13.1.3 Brackets, plates, or bars may be welded to the chassis for mounting weights, fire bottle, second battery
tray, or seat belt mounts.
13.1.4 A skid plate may be installed to protect the oil pan. Skid plate may not be wider than the main frame rails,
and may not extend beyond the front or rear of the engine.
13.2 Window vent post under the right side halo is authorized.
13.2.1 This support post is not mandatory; however, if added, the part must be made of 1 1/2" diameter mild steel
tubing with a wall thickness of .095".
13.2.2 Support post must be welded into place in a position that is similar to the existing vent post on the driver's
side of the car.
13.3 A damaged chassis may be repaired.
13.3.1 Repaired chassis’ must be inspected by a PGNRS Tech Inspector before competing.
13.3.2 If the chassis is damaged beyond repair, a bare chassis replacement must be purchased from the
manufacturer.
13.3.3 The original serial number plate must be surrendered before a new chassis with serial number is issued.
13.4 Original Parts:
13.4.1 To compete in PGNRS sanctioned events, all PGNRS stock cars must use the original manufacturer's
parts or authorized MFG parts:
13.4,1,1 Chassis (welded portion).
13.4.1.2 Sway bar assembly.
13.4.1.3 Body or body replacement panels
13.4.1.4. Headers and collector. Contact J-MEKK/D&DChassis
13.4.1.5 Rear spoiler
13.4.1.6 Bumpers
13.4.1.7 Yamaha FJ1200, XJR1200, or XJR1300 engine that complies with rules in section 14.
13.4.2 Any other factory specified components covered in PGNRS rules, are also required for competition.
13.5 Fire Suit, Shoes, and Gloves
13.5.1 All drivers must wear an approved fire resistant driving suit any time the car is in operation.
13 of 2713.5.2 A single layer fire suit is the minimum allowed for oval track racing, a two-layer suit is recommended.
13.5.3 The use of fire retardant shoes and gloves are required.
13.5.4 The use of fire retardant underwear, head sock, and foot socks are highly recommended.
NOTE: All fire suits and underwear must be made of the following accepted materials: Nomex, Kynol, FPT, IWS
(wool), Fiberglass, Firewear TM, Durette, Fypro, PBI, Kevlar, or any suit carrying an SFI 3-2a/5 or higher
certification patch.
13.6 Helmet
13.6.1 A racing helmet complying with a SNELL rating of SA2010 or better is required. Helmets with an "M" rating
are not allowed.
13.6.2 Any time the car is operating on track, the helmet must be secured on the driver.
13.6.3 Neck collars, arm restraints, and knee-pads are recommended.
13.7 Harness
13.7.1 Harness must be securely fastened around driver any time the car is operated.
13.7.2 All belts and harnesses must be of the 5-point type with an SFI rating of 16.1.
13.7.3 Factors to be considered include
13.7.3.1 All hardware is required to be operational
13.7.3.2 Fraying and weathered belts need to be replaced
13.7.3.3 Seat Belt Replacement up to 5 years or track specific.
13.7.4 A quick-release seat lap belt is required.
13.7.5 Both ends of the lap belt must be fastened to the welded chassis brackets with grade 8 bolts not less than
3/8” in diameter.
13.7.6 Shoulder harness must come from behind the driver’s seat. Inertia reels may not be used.
13.8 Seat
13.8.1 An aluminum racing seat is required.
13.8.2 Plastic, fiberglass, or homemade aluminum seats are not allowed.
13.8.3 Seat may be repositioned within the confines of existing interior.
13.8.4 The addition of head or leg supports is strongly recommended.
13.8.5 Padding for headrest, roll bars, steering column, and steering wheel is recommended.
13.8.6 It is the driver’s responsibility to determine where padding should be placed for his/her individual safety.
13.8.7 All seats must be securely mounted in the vehicle. Minimum of 4 - 3/8” grade 8 bolts or greater
13.9 Window Net
13.9.1 All cars must be equipped with a window net on the driver's side window.
13.9.2 The minimum dimensions of the window net is 17" tall x 18" long.
13.9.3 Ribbon or mesh type nets are allowed.
13.9.4 The net must be in the "UP" position while car is on the track.
13.10 Mirrors
13.10.1 All cars must be equipped with a rear view mirror securely fastened to the chassis, unless a spotter is
available and used.
13.10.2 Side view mirrors may be used, but cannot extend beyond the exterior vertical plane of the door panel.
13.11 Fire Extinguisher
13.11.1 A hand held fire extinguisher is the minimum required for driver safety at oval tracks.
13.11.2 If a hand held fire extinguisher is used, it must be mounted so that the driver has easy access, while
seated.
13.11.3 A fire bottle system is recommended, and may be mounted at any location in or out of the driver
compartment.
13.11.4 If a remote activator cable is used for a fire bottle system, it must be within driver’s reach while strapped
in the seat.
13.11.5 All drivers must have in their pit area, at all times, as part of their equipment, a fully charged fire
extinguisher.
13.12 Drivers are solely responsible for the safety of their racecars and equipment.
14 of 2713.12.1 Drivers are obligated to operate their equipment in a manner, which will minimize the chance for injury to
themselves and/or others.
13.12.2 PGNRS, sponsors, or promoters will not be responsible for the safety of a driver’s racecar, equipment, or
the driver’s activity during an event.
13.15 PGNRS highly recommends all drivers use arm restraints and head and neck restraints. For more information about
head and neck restraints, visit these websites:
A. www.lfttech.com – New device which meets the stringent SFI 38.1 specifications
B. www.hutchensdevice.com
C. www.gforce.com
D. www.simpsonraceproducts.com
E. www.hansdevice.com
14.0 GENERAL ENGINE REQUIREMENTS
14.1 The only approved engines that may be used in PGNRS stock cars are the Yamaha FJ1200, XJR1200, or
XJR1300 with or without the replacement water cooled cylinders.
14.1.1 There are a few changes allowed to a stock engine, which will make maintenance easier and provide
longevity to your engine.
14.1.2 No changes to engines are allowed unless specified in the following rules.
14.2 Engine specifications for the FJ1200, XJR1200, or XJR1300 engines are as follows:
14.2.1 Stock Yamaha or aftermarket pistons are allowed.
14.2.2 Machine cutting of the dome to achieve correct compression is the only allowed change to aftermarket
pistons.
14.2.3 Gas porting of the pistons is allowed.
14.2.4 Any brand of rings may be used.
14.2.5 Only stock Yamaha rods with no modifications may be used.
14.2.6 The stock Yamaha rods for a 1200 or 1300 may be used for either engine application.
14.2.7 Aftermarket rod bolts may be used.
14.2.8 Cylinders may be decked.
14.2.9 Changing crank stroke is not allowed.
14.2.10 Dry film lubricants or powder coat finishes may not be applied to internal engine parts.
14.2.11 Lightening of the crankshaft is prohibited.
14.2.12 Damaged journals may be repaired and reground, but lightening of crank throws is not allowed.
14.2.13 A 1200 engine may be converted to a 1300 (1250 cc max.) engine by the following methods;
14.2.13.1 Changing cylinders; or,
14.2.13.2 Changing sleeves to the maximum 79mm or 3.140" bore.
14.2.14 The Yamaha XJR1300 engine cannot exceed 1250 cc. Cylinder bore cannot exceed 79 mm or 3.140".
14.3 The cranking compression of any of the four cylinders cannot exceed 180 P.S.I., hot or cold, after not more than 10
cranking revolutions.
14.3.1 The compression ratio may not exceed 10.2:1 under any circumstances, including but not limited to,
carbon build-up.
14.3.2 A minimum of 296.97cc per cylinder must be maintained.
NOTE: Procedure for calculation of cc's per cylinder are as follows: bore x bore x .7854 x 2.51 x 16.387 = per
cylinder cc.
14.4 No modifications are allowed to the heads, except for the following:
14.4.1 Heads may be decked, but additional base gaskets may be needed to obtain correct compression.
14.4.2 A 5-angle valve job is allowed.
14.4.3 Valve seats and guides may be replaced as needed.
14.4.4 Shortening of valve guides is prohibited.
14.4.5 Cylinder port modifications are prohibited, including, but not limited to, porting and polishing.
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